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THE BEST PET RETREAT AT HOTEL VIATA AUSTIN

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THE BEST PET RETREAT AT HOTEL VIATA AUSTIN

Planning a getaway with your four-legged travel buddy? Welcome to Hotel Viata Austin, where upscale Hill Country hospitality meets thoughtful, pet-friendly amenities in one of Austin’s most scenic neighborhoods. Whether you’re wandering shaded trails together, lounging by the firepit, or indulging in Viata’s exclusive perks for pets, this is the kind of retreat your pup will love as much as you do.

A Hill Country Welcome for Every Pet
At Hotel Viata, pets aren’t just accepted—they’re celebrated. From the moment you arrive, your furry companion will be treated like the VIP (Very Important Pup) they truly are with ....

It’s everything your pet needs to feel right at home in the hills—just minutes from downtown Austin.

A Day of Play in West Austin

With easy access to Austin’s most walkable neighborhoods and scenic natural spaces, there’s no shortage of adventure for pups and their humans.

Just minutes from the hotel, Emma Long Metropolitan Park offers a pet-friendly network of shaded trails perfect for morning hikes. Prefer a more urban outing? Head to Zilker Park, where wide open fields, a leash-free dog park, and access to Lady Bird Lake create the ultimate off-leash freedom run.

Closer to “home,” Hotel Viata offers shaded green space and walking paths on property for convenient pit stops and stretches, ideal before or after your Hill Country explorations.

Gourmet for You—and Them
You’re dining in style at Laurel Restaurant, and now your pup can too. With the Viata Pet Menu, available through in-room dining, you’ll find flavorful, vet-approved options like:

  • Hill Country Doggie Rise & Shine: 2 Scrambled Eggs, Bacon, Sweet Potatoes
  • Grilled Chicken Doggie Bowl: Ancient Grains, Kale, Carrots
  • Steak Tartare: Ribeye Trim, Sunny Side Egg, Chopped Beef, Carrot, Potatoes
  • Grilled Chicken: Farro, Carrots, Kale, Chicken Jus
  • Peanut Butter Bacon Sticks

Whether it’s breakfast in bed or a late-night snack, your pet’s palate will be just as pampered as yours.

Explore the City—Together

When it’s time to venture beyond the hills, Austin’s laid-back, pet-loving culture makes it easy. Some local favorites include:

  • Yard Bar – a dog park/bar hybrid with off-leash zones and snacks for both humans and pups
  • Mozart’s Coffee Roasters – lakeside views, live music, and pet-friendly patios
  • Red Bud Isle Park – a leash-free island on Lady Bird Lake where dogs can swim, run, and socialize
  • The Domain – upscale outdoor shopping with dog-friendly patios, boutiques, and splash fountains

Wherever you go, Austin offers a warm welcome for all paws.

Why Viata is the Ultimate Pet Getaway

Combining resort-style comfort with genuine Hill Country hospitality, Hotel Viata Austin makes it easy to travel with pets without compromising luxury or convenience. With spacious rooms, green spaces, thoughtful amenities, and personalized service, every member of the family—two-legged or four—feels completely at ease.

Whether it’s their first road trip or a seasoned travel pup’s next adventure, Hotel Viata offers more than just pet-friendly accommodations. It’s a pet-first experience designed for memories, moments, and tail wags that last.

Book Your Pet Retreat at Hotel Viata

Ready to plan the perfect getaway for you and your pup? Book the Pawfect Stay Package now and let Hotel Viata Austin be your home base for all things Hill Country exploration and elevated relaxation.

Because every traveler deserves five-star treatment—even the ones with four paws.